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Jury in Southern California Awards Nearly $60 Million to Injured Worker
On May 22, 2024, the Los Angeles Daily News reported that a jury in Southern . . .
California Proposed Heat Safety Rules for Indoor Employees May Be in Trouble
According to a report from National Public Radio (NPR), a proposed heat safety regulation for . . .
Workplace Violence is a Serious Problem: California Has New Law to Help Protect Employees
In September of 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 553 into law. A . . .
I Am an Independent Contractor in California: Can I File for Workers’ Comp Benefits if Injured While at Work?
Employers in California and throughout the United States are increasingly relying on the contributions of . . .
How are Permanent Disability (PD) Benefits Determined in a California Workers’ Comp Claim in California?
Were you or a loved one seriously injured on the job in California? You may . . .
Report: Extreme Heat Injuries More than 20,000 Workers Per Year in California
As reported by Reuters, July of 2023 has been the world’s hottest year in recorded history. . . .
Returning to Work After an Accident in Fresno: The Three Main Paths and Your Rights as a Worker
Accidents happen in the workplace. The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) reports that 161,860 workers missed . . .
Five Duties an Employer Owes to You After a Workplace Accident in California
All workers in Fresno County are entitled to no-fault workers comp coverage under California Labor Code . . .
How Long Does it Take on Average to Get Workers’ Comp Benefits in California
Unfortunately, workplace injuries and accidents continue to happen far too frequently. The U.S. Bureau of Labor . . .
Understanding the Two Types of Workers’ Compensation Settlements in California
California law requires all businesses and organizations that operate within the state to carry no-fault . . .